Buffalo 2-Hour History Bike Tour Including City Hall, Electric Tower & Guaranty Building
by Buffalo Bike Tours
Choose from 4 available options
How do you want to book?
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$132.44Overview
This two-hour cycling tour covers Buffalo’s downtown, focusing on the city’s history and architecture. The ride includes stops at notable buildings such as Buffalo City Hall, the Electric Tower, and the Guaranty Building, where the guide explains the background and significance of each site. Participants will hear stories about Buffalo’s economic changes, rivalries, and key figures who influenced the city’s development. The tour also addresses important aspects of Buffalo’s past like the Erie Canal, the Pan American Exposition, Black history, and working-class movements. It begins with a visit to Canalside, the former red light district, then moves on to other landmarks, giving a balanced view of well-known and lesser-known historical events. Bike rental is included in the price.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Canalside
Visit Canalside, known historically as Buffalo’s red light district, with stories highlighting its past significance.
10 min
Guaranty Building
Learn about the Guaranty Building, a notable work by architect Louis Sullivan and its history.
10 min
Buffalo City Hall
Stop at Buffalo City Hall to see the building and hear about its role in the city.
10 min
Michigan Street Baptist Church
Explore Buffalo’s first African American community site and its connection to the Underground Railroad.
10 min
The Electric Tower
Discover the history behind the Electric Tower, one of Buffalo’s landmark buildings.
10 min
Buffalo Bike Tours
The tour concludes at Buffalo Bike Tours location, where admission is free.
Meeting point
44 Prime St (Canalside, next to the Buffalo Heritage Carousel)
End point
44 Prime St (Canalside, next to the Buffalo Heritage Carousel)
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Buffalo 2-Hour History Bike Tour Including City Hall, Electric Tower & Guaranty Building
by Buffalo Bike Tours
Choose from 4 available options
How do you want to book?
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$132.44Overview
This two-hour cycling tour covers Buffalo’s downtown, focusing on the city’s history and architecture. The ride includes stops at notable buildings such as Buffalo City Hall, the Electric Tower, and the Guaranty Building, where the guide explains the background and significance of each site. Participants will hear stories about Buffalo’s economic changes, rivalries, and key figures who influenced the city’s development. The tour also addresses important aspects of Buffalo’s past like the Erie Canal, the Pan American Exposition, Black history, and working-class movements. It begins with a visit to Canalside, the former red light district, then moves on to other landmarks, giving a balanced view of well-known and lesser-known historical events. Bike rental is included in the price.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Canalside
Visit Canalside, known historically as Buffalo’s red light district, with stories highlighting its past significance.
10 min
Guaranty Building
Learn about the Guaranty Building, a notable work by architect Louis Sullivan and its history.
10 min
Buffalo City Hall
Stop at Buffalo City Hall to see the building and hear about its role in the city.
10 min
Michigan Street Baptist Church
Explore Buffalo’s first African American community site and its connection to the Underground Railroad.
10 min
The Electric Tower
Discover the history behind the Electric Tower, one of Buffalo’s landmark buildings.
10 min
Buffalo Bike Tours
The tour concludes at Buffalo Bike Tours location, where admission is free.
Meeting point
44 Prime St (Canalside, next to the Buffalo Heritage Carousel)
End point
44 Prime St (Canalside, next to the Buffalo Heritage Carousel)
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.